Many companies realized that there was a huge opportunity when it comes to on-demand delivery of food and groceries. And apparently, too many companies, as Glovo co-founder Sacha Michaud expects some consolidation in the space in the near future. At TechCrunch Disrupt Berlin, the general manager of Northern, Central and Eastern Europe for Uber Eats… Continue reading Glovo’s Sacha Michaud: ‘I think there will be consolidation’
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Nio Partners With Domestic Rival Xpeng To Spur Chinese EV Demand
Nio reported earlier this month sales of 2,528 vehicles in November, nearly flat with October’s 2,526. After a summer lull, the company has seen some momentum in sales, although the overall industrywide softness is threatening a slowdown for Nio as well. Related Links: Nio To Eliminate 21% Of Global Workforce As Q2 Loss Widens, August… Continue reading Nio Partners With Domestic Rival Xpeng To Spur Chinese EV Demand
Inside Tesla’s overhaul plan for its sales and delivery teams to solve one of its toughest customer challenges (TSLA)
Tesla has begun the process of merging the roles of its sales and delivery employees, four current and former employees told Business Insider. Announced internally in October, the initiative, called One Motion, is designed to give each customer a single point of contact when buying a vehicle, the current and former employees said. That means… Continue reading Inside Tesla’s overhaul plan for its sales and delivery teams to solve one of its toughest customer challenges (TSLA)
@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Dusseldorf plant celebrates start of production of the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter
Production of the fully electric eSprinter heralds a new era in Dusseldorf Dusseldorf is the competence centre for Sprinter vehicles with electric drive Good production utilisation in 2019 despite modification Two new product run-ups within 21 months with investments totalling around 330 million euros Dusseldorf / Stuttgart – The founder of its own segment –… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Dusseldorf plant celebrates start of production of the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter
@FCA: FCA’s New Global Product Development Organization Will Unleash Speed-to-Market and Technological Innovation
December 12, 2019 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – FCA is leveraging its technological, engineering and management talent by establishing a streamlined product development organization with central leadership and a global footprint. The new organization will be led by FCA’s Chief Technical Officer Harald Wester. “The industry has never experienced technological change at the pace we are… Continue reading @FCA: FCA’s New Global Product Development Organization Will Unleash Speed-to-Market and Technological Innovation
Press Releases – Michael Manley of FCA elected ACEA President for 2020
Brussels, 12 December 2019 – The Board of Directors of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has elected Michael Manley, CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), as its new President. As of January 2020, Mr Manley will take over from Carlos Tavares, Chairman of the Managing Board of PSA Group, who served as ACEA President… Continue reading Press Releases – Michael Manley of FCA elected ACEA President for 2020
FCA’s New Global Product Development Organization Will Unleash Speed-to-Market and Technological Innovation
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Establishes unified product development organization sustained by three strategic activities – core engineering competencies responsible for addressing key technology opportunities; transversal program management and execution; and support for program delivery and management of decoupled activities Streamlined organization to enable optimal workload balancing Better positions FCA to continue… Continue reading FCA’s New Global Product Development Organization Will Unleash Speed-to-Market and Technological Innovation
Dana Incorporated Extends Share Repurchase Program
MAUMEE, Ohio, Dec. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) announced today that its board of directors authorized the extension of its share repurchase program through December 31, 2021. The company had $150 million available under the program as of September 30, 2019. The company expects shares to be repurchased in the open market… Continue reading Dana Incorporated Extends Share Repurchase Program
ACI launches #GUIDACONCOSCIENZA, the “Conscience” of ACI teaches us the Culture of the Guide
ACI launches #GUIDACONCOSCIENZA, the “Conscience” of ACI teaches us the Culture of the Guide 12/12/2019 A great web campaign with influencers to remind, especially to young people, the correct behavior behind the wheel. Sticchi Damiani (ACI): “The license is likely to be only a mere certification: with a smile we remember the basic rules for… Continue reading ACI launches #GUIDACONCOSCIENZA, the “Conscience” of ACI teaches us the Culture of the Guide
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has introduced self-driving shuttles onto its university campus
Press and Releases Thuwal, 11 December 2019: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has introduced self-driving shuttles onto its university campus to become the pioneer in adopting autonomous vehicles in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The pilot project incorporates vehicle technology from two global leaders in autonomous mobility and advanced manufacturing, Local Motors… Continue reading King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has introduced self-driving shuttles onto its university campus